Buffalo Wild Wings vs Great Clips Franchise Cost 2026
Buffalo Wild Wings runs $1.6M–$3.9M. Great Clips runs $183K–$382K. The gap at midpoint: $2.5M.
Buffalo Wild Wings
$1.6M–$3.9M
total investment
Investment Difference
$2.5M
Great Clips costs less
Great Clips
$183K–$382K
total investment
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Buffalo Wild Wings | Great Clips | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Investment | $1.6M–$3.9M | $183K–$382K | Great Clips |
| Franchise Fee | $50,000 | $20,000 | Great Clips |
| Royalty Rate | 5.0% | 6.0% | Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Ad Fund Fee | 3.5% | 5.0% | Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Net Worth Required | $1.5M | $300K | Great Clips |
| Liquid Capital | $750K | $75K | Great Clips |
| Est. Break-Even | 22.7 yr | 20.2 yr | Great Clips |
Buffalo Wild Wings Profile
- Category
- food
- Total Investment
- $1.6M–$3.9M
- Franchise Fee
- $50,000
- Royalty
- 5.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $3.5M
Great Clips Profile
- Category
- beauty
- Total Investment
- $183K–$382K
- Franchise Fee
- $20,000
- Royalty
- 6.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $350K
Bottom Line
Great Clips costs $2.5M less to open at the midpoint. That difference goes toward working capital or a second location. Buffalo Wild Wings also wins on royalty rate.